Manager, Enrolment Systems and Planning

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This position has an initial appointment of 2 years.

Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person. Work primarily takes place at North Campus, Edmonton.

The Office of the Registrar at the University of Alberta is seeking a strategic, solutions-oriented Manager, Enrolment Systems & Planning for a full-time, two-year temporary position. This role bridges the gap between technical infrastructure and higher education business operations. The Manager will lead a team of 8–10 Functional Analysts, guiding cyclical operational activities, system and process implementations, enhancements, focused on recruitment, admissions, and enrolment management systems.

In this role, you will provide leadership in creating, designing, and deploying Slate and Campus Solutions related functionality. You will serve as a key advisor to leaders in the Office of the Registrar, Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, and partners across campus. You will analyze business needs, mitigate risks, and design continuous improvement strategies. This role requires a systems thinker with exceptional leadership and communication skills and a demonstrated ability to foster collaboration, coach talent, and navigate dynamic stakeholder priorities.

Responsibilities

• Managing and optimizing the University of Alberta undergraduate recruitment, undergraduate admissions and enrolment management systems. This includes providing leadership in the creation, design and deployment of new Slate and PeopleSoft Campus Solutions related functionality and participating in upgrades and new development projects including maintaining oversight of services provided by the application service provider. 

• Provides advice, analysis, and recommendations to senior leadership on prioritization, planning, and risks in the enrollment management systems.
• Manages complex programs and projects.
• Identifies and understands multiple stakeholders’, at times competing, needs and suggests appropriate business process & technological solutions.
• Leads a team of functional analysts, identifies, acquires, manages and supports collective and individual talent. Proactively identifies and plans for future talent needs.
• Develops productive relationships with service partners assigned to the area and collaborates with them to provide information and services.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business Management (or related field) or Computing Science.
• A minimum of 5 years experience in a leadership role in an organization of similar size, complexity, and diversity. Post secondary experience is preferred.
• Proficiency in business analysis and project management principles and practices.
• Experience and knowledge of change management principles, methodologies and tools. Proven organizational change management skills.
• Understanding of the ITIL framework and how it applies in an enterprise application management environment. Experience implementing and supporting cloud solutions & ERP systems.

• Extensive knowledge of the University of Alberta undergraduate and graduate admissions processes and systems, including Slate and Campus Solutions.

Application Instructions

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This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, and an annual salary range of $83,913 to $140,055.

The terms and conditions of this appointment are governed by Schedule G of the collective agreement between the University and the Association of Academic Staff of the University of Alberta.

The University of Alberta, its buildings, labs and research stations are primarily located on the territory of Néhiyaw (Cree), Niitsitapi (Blackfoot), Métis, Nakoda (Stoney), Dene, Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) and Anishinaabe (Ojibway/Saulteaux), lands that are now known as part of Treaties 6, 7 and 8 and homeland of the Métis. The University of Alberta respects the sovereignty, lands, histories, languages, knowledge systems and cultures of all First Nations, Métis, and Inuit.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms - physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.

The Office of the Registrar (RO) plays a key role in every aspect of the student experience, from recruitment to graduation and beyond. The RO also supports the broader campus community, including faculties, departments, and other units.